First Nations Consultations For the Australian Human Rights Commission Recommendations Legislative Reform: Implement anti-racism legislation with clear accountability mechanisms, advocate for the removal of racial powers in the Commonwealth Constitution and integrate anti-racism and Cultural Safety into Workplace Health and Safety Legislation. Accountability Mechanisms: Develop and enforce robust mechanisms for monitoring and evaluating anti-racism policies, establish independent review bodies, and involve First Nations leaders in decision-making processes to ensure genuine representation and accountability. First Nations Advisory Bodies: Create legislative advisory structures with real decision-making authority at local, regional, and national levels to guide policy development and program implementation. Standardised Cultural Safety Education: Implement comprehensive and standardised Cultural Safety education across all sectors, linked to professional standards and regulatory requirements, and develop an accreditation program for organisations. Cross-Sector Workforce Strategies: Form a national strategy group to develop a First Nations Workforce Strategy aimed at increasing First Nations representation and career advancement across sectors. Standalone First Nations Anti-Racism Framework: Develop a dedicated anti-racism framework focused on the unique needs and experiences of First Nations peoples, ensuring that anti-racism initiatives are effectively tailored and implemented. Commitment to the development of a standalone First Nations Anti-Racism Framework aligns with Priority Reform Area 3 of the National Agreement to Close the Gap. Aligning key national strategic frameworks is essential to leverage prioritisation and visibility and will assist in building momentum and driving outcomes. An Anti-Racism Framework: Voices of First Nations Peoples Page 11

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